2013 Subaru Forester consumer reviews

I bought my Subaru in 2023 because it only had 60,000 miles on the OD. It's the minimal 2.5X model, but I couldn't pass up the car at such a low price. After driving it for over a year, I put only 6000 miles on it. I took it to the Subaru dealer for NY state inspection, and had the brakes replaced, and paid for the 60000 mi Subaru recommended service. I love this car, especially since I can connect my iPod to the blue tooth and play my music library. It is a bit noisy on the highway, but it's not the luxury model, so that's expected. The Subaru dealer said everything on the car was real solid. So far it has been very dependable, and easy to drive in the snow. It has no leaks, no dents, no squeaks, no problems. I've owned and driven 8 Subaru's over the past 40 years, and I'm hoping to keep my 2013 model and drive it for at least another 10 years.

I owned this car and never had a bit of trouble with it regular maintenance is required i even upgraded many things on this car great car. I was not in an accident with it, a guy ramed it with a shopping cart and went down the side and scratched it all up i turned into ins and had it fixed great car fun car to drive and it turned many heads

We had lots of trouble with ours and we met a lot of other owners who had trouble with oil leaks and engine replacements. When they work, they are nice cars that make a lot of sense in a lot of different ways. The engineering is just really bad.

After 40-50 thousand miles it will start consuming so much oil that you have to add oil every 1000 miles or so to keep it running without blowing a piston rod. Had to replace an engine in this car at 80k miles and that engine died from similar issues 2 years later. Not worth the headache. 2013 Forrester is the worst year to buy.

I’m not a foreign car person...but I got stuck with this thing and I tried to make the best of it..I’m a avid outdoorsman and the forester seemed like it would do well...but my engine threw a rod with 60,000 miles..I change my oil on time always and I handle all scheduled maintenance on time..the replacement engine is extremely expensive Vs an American motor...I wish I wasn’t stuck with this PoS

Multiple known problems two few recalls. Subaru USA is well aware of multiple problems in this vehicle, the Subaru Forrester 2013. Oil consumption is high ultimately causing engine failure. Class action lawsuits have been bought against Subaru USA regarding gaskets in this vehicle which are the reason for engine loss of oil. They paid out a Class action lawsuit to members without admission of guilt. Other vehicles which qualified for this lawsuit but not registered as a member were left with vehicles with which were not recalled for repair. Ultimately my vehicle left me stalled in the middle of the freeway after only 1200 miles since my last oil change.

There's a reason you see Subarus everywhere, they're safe, reliable, and comfortable. If you're looking for the perfect city to mountain getaway car, look no further.

This car was everything I was looking for! Great milage, Bluetooth, Sun roof, great for transporting my dog! Love the space that I have for my college stuff. Overall this is a great car and I cant wait for my future adventures!

We LOVED owning this vehicle, primarily used for road trips it has NEVER let us down; so you should definitely buy one if it’s on your radar.

This car has been a nightmare for me. The engine blew up after only 3 months and northway did nothing to help and put the blame on me for not getting the warranty